Lot 1494
  • 1494

SHAKER PINE AND MAPLE MEETING HOUSE BENCH, PROBABLY ENFIELD, NEW HAMPSHIRE, CIRCA 1840 |

Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
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Description

  • Height 33 7/8 in. by Length 120 in.
the underside inscribed Meeting Room New House.

Provenance

John Keith Russell Antiques, South Salem, New York;
George Schoellkopf, New York.

Condition

Overall fine condition. Wear and discoloration to the surface commensurate with age and use. There is a 2" x 8" patch to the front of the proper right side of the seat above the junction of the front leg. The proper right legs are loose at the junction with the seat board. IMPORTANT NOTICE: THIS LOT WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING OR COLLECTION AT 1334 YORK AVENUE AFTER FRIDAY, JANUARY 18 AT 5PM. THIS LOT WILL ONLY BE AVAILABLE FOR COLLECTION AT CROZIER FINE ART, ONE STAR LEDGER PLAZA, IN NEWARK, NJ BEGINNING FRIDAY, JANUARY 25. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT SOTHEBYS.COM/PICKUP.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.